Description

Indulge in the irresistible delight of Dark Chocolate Blackberry Cupcakes. These moist and rich cupcakes beautifully combine the deep, luxurious flavor of dark chocolate with the tartness of fresh blackberries, making them a perfect dessert for any occasion. Whether celebrating a birthday, hosting a gathering, or simply treating yourself, these gourmet cupcakes topped with creamy chocolate frosting and elegant garnishes are sure to impress. With their striking presentation and harmonious flavor profile, they are guaranteed to be a hit among chocolate lovers and fruit enthusiasts alike.

Ingredients

Scale

1 cup dark cocoa powder
1 cup fresh blackberries
1 cup chocolate frosting
Chocolate shavings for garnish

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
In a large mixing bowl, combine dry ingredients (dark cocoa powder, flour, sugar, baking soda).
Add wet ingredients (eggs and milk) and mix until just combined. Gently fold in fresh blackberries.
Pour the batter into the prepared muffin tin, filling each liner two-thirds full. Bake for approximately 20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
Once cooled, frost each cupcake generously with chocolate frosting using a piping bag or spatula.
Garnish with additional blackberries or chocolate shavings before serving.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cupcake (60g)
Calories: 270
Sugar: 22g
Sodium: 180mg
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Unsaturated Fat: 4g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 36g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 4g
Cholesterol: 50mg

Keywords: For enhanced flavor, consider adding vanilla extract or espresso powder to the batter. If you don't have fresh blackberries on hand, frozen ones work well; just thaw and drain excess liquid before use.